TheBrownSugarCafe

The Brown Sugar Café Podcast

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The place where poetry meets conversation. A space dedicated to conversations about what really matters in life—you.

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Season 5 Trailer 06.09.2025 0:53

Season 5 Loading!!! I'm back and ready for more great conversations. Signup for my monthly newsletter: ⁠The Common Flame | Terrance P. Elmore | Substack⁠ Autographed copies of Pain Is Not Our Only Paintbrush and my other books: Home | The Brown Sugar Café (square.site) Amazon: Amazon.com: Terrance P. Elmore: Books, Biography, Blog, Audiobooks, Kindle Connect with me on these other platforms: F...

S4E25 - Season Finale: Excerpts from Pain Is Not Our Only Paintbrush (with Charlie Maveric) 09.05.2025 47:26

In this episode Charlie Maveric stops by for a discussion of three poems from my latest book, Pain Is Not Our Only Paintbrush. Connet with Charlie: Charlie “Maveric” Smith (@charliemaveric) Signup for my monthly newsletter: ⁠The Common Flame | Terrance P. Elmore | Substack⁠ Autographed copies of Pain Is Not Our Only Paintbrush and my other books: Home | The Brown Sugar Café (square.site) Amazon: A...

S4E24 - Defining Your Legacy Through Poetry (with Angelo Geter) 24.04.2025 46:09

In the episode Angelo Geter stops by to talk about poetry, his tenure as Poet Laurette of Rock Hill, One Word Poetry Festival , and more. Connect with Angelo: Website - Eyeambic Instagram - Angelo Geter (@eyeambic) Signup for my monthly newsletter: ⁠The Common Flame | Terrance P. Elmore | Substack⁠ Autographed copies of Pain Is Not Our Only Paintbrush and my other books: Home | The Brown Sugar Caf...

S4E23 - I Don't Want to Talk About It (with Raphael James) 10.04.2025 48:28

Raphael James returns to the show to talk about his new book, I Don't Want to Talk About It. In this heartfelt episode he discuss the challenges of navigating parenthood with an autistic son, losing a parent to dementia, questioning religion, and questioning God. Connect with Raphael: Book - Raphael James on Books. By Facebook - Raphael James Live 5 News | Facebook Instagram - Raphael James (@raph...

S4E22 - Hold What Makes You Whole (with Marcus Amaker) 03.04.2025 49:11

In this episode Charleston's first Poet Laurette stops by to talk about poetry, self-publishing ten books, his experience creating an opera, and more. Connect with Marcus: Website - • Marcus Amaker • Poet, Opera Librettist, Musician, Designer Instagram - marcus amaker (@charlestonpoet) Signup for my monthly newsletter: ⁠The Common Flame | Terrance P. Elmore | Substack⁠ Autographed copies of Pa...

S4E21 - From the Playing Field to Poetry (with Marcus Lattimore) 31.03.2025 46:55

In this episode former running back for the USC Gamecocks and San Francisco 49er Marcus Lattimore stops by to talk about the journey to his new path of poetry, spoken word art, and more. Connect with Marcus: Instagram - Marcus Lattimore (@marcuslattimore_) Email - marcuslattimore@marcuslattimore.art Signup for my monthly newsletter: ⁠The Common Flame | Terrance P. Elmore | Substack⁠ Autographed co...

S4E20 - Art of Daniel Green (with Daniel Green) 20.03.2025 39:39

In the episode Daniel Green stops by to talk about videography, painting murals, The Art of Daniel Green, and more. Connect with Daniel: Home | Art Of Daniel Green Signup for my monthly newsletter: ⁠The Common Flame | Terrance P. Elmore | Substack⁠ Autographed copies of Pain Is Not Our Only Paintbrush and my other books: Home | The Brown Sugar Café (square.site) Amazon: Amazon.com: Terrance P. Elm...

S4E19 - Threads Across Continents: Hope, Resilience, and Perserverance (with Will Davis) 06.03.2025 50:37

In this episode Will Davis returns to the show to discuss his trip to two African countries, Mexico, Ukraine, his new book, and more. Connect with Will: Website - Threads of Resilience: weaving the human spirit through poetry – prose, poetry & narratives for change Instagram - Will Davis (@tetheredwrds) and Tethered Wrds Poetry (@tetheredwrdspoetry) Merch - Home | Threads of Resilience Signup...

S4E18 - The Best and Greatest Day to Be Alive is Today (with Antonio Landis Thompson) 27.02.2025 52:25

In this episode Antonio Landis Thompson stops by to talking about growing up in the Bahamas, marathon running, finding your purpose, and more. Connect with Antonio: Website - Antonio - Life Coach, Purpose in Life, What Is a Life Coach LinkedIn - Antonio Landis Thompson | LinkedIn YouTube - Antonio Landis Thompson - YouTube Instagram - Antonio Landis Thompson (@antoniolandisthompson) Signup for my...

S4E17 - Spreading Joy and Light Through Collage Art (with Marcus Dawson) 20.02.2025 49:46

In this episode Marcus Dawson stops by to talk about inspiration, spreading joy, collage art, and more. Connect with Marcus: Website - MARCUS DAWSON ART Instagram - Marcus Dawson (@marcusdspeaks) Connect with me on these other platforms: Facebook: The Brown Sugar Café | Facebook Instagram : 𝐓𝐞𝐫𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐏. 𝐄𝐥𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 ✍🏾🎙 (@thebrownsugarcafe) • Instagram photos and videos LinkedIn: Terrance P. Elmore | Li...

S4E16 - Building a Foundation Through Framework (with Eric Harrison) 13.02.2025 46:50

In this episode Eric L. Harrison returns to discuss what's new with his coaching, the Able Framework, Leaders Live Generously Summit, and more. Connect with Eric: Instagram - Eric Harrison (@ericloveslegacy) LinkedIn - Eric Harrison - Founder - E. L. Harrison xPerience Digital Coaching | LinkedIn Sign up for the Summit: www.leaderslivegenerouslysummit.com Signup for my monthly newsletter: ⁠The Com...

S4E15 - A Sunset's Journal (with Russell Earle Jr.) 06.02.2025 47:48

In this episode Russell Earle Jr. stops by to talk about his travels in South America and his debut book, Until I Came Home. Connect with Russell: Website - Russell Earle Jr. Signup for my monthly newsletter: ⁠The Common Flame | Terrance P. Elmore | Substack⁠ Autographed copies of Pain Is Not Our Only Paintbrush and my other books: Home | The Brown Sugar Café (square.site) Amazon: Amazon.com: Terr...

S4E14 - Using Cinema to Uplift the Black Imagination (with Curtis Caesar John) 30.01.2025 54:32

In this episode, Curtis Caesar John of Luminal Theater stops by to discuss exhibiting Black Films & filmmakers, being a filmmaker, and more. Connect with Curtis: Website - The Luminal Theater Instagram - Luminal Theater (@luminaltheater) #FreshBlackFilms #LuminalTheater #BlackFilms #Inspiration Signup for my monthly newsletter: ⁠The Common Flame | Terrance P. Elmore | Substack⁠ Autographed cop...

S4E13 - The Mentality Changer (with Kyle A. Greene) 23.01.2025 45:31

In the episode Kyle A. Green stops by to discuss growing up in a small town, the moment that launched him into public speaking, his books, and more. Connect with Kyle: Website - Kyle A. Greene – Professional Speaker Instagram - Kyle Greene (@kylespeaks_) Twitter (X) - KyleSpeaks (@KyleSpeaks_) Signup for my monthly newsletter: ⁠The Common Flame | Terrance P. Elmore | Substack⁠ Autographed copies o...

S4E12 - The Path to Exceptional Living (with Craig King) 09.01.2025 51:12

In this Episode Craig King stops by to talk about the Call Me MISTER program, being a cancer survivor, his book The Path to Exceptional Live, and more. Connect with Craig: Website - Craig King Group Instagram - Craig Q King (@cqking) & Craig Q King (@cqking) Signup for my monthly newsletter: The Common Flame | Terrance P. Elmore | Substack Autographed copies of Pain Is Not Our Only Paintbrush...

S4E11 - Black Food Fridays (with KJ Kearney) 02.01.2025 52:38

In the episode KJ Kearney stops by to talk about community work, winning the James Beard Award, Black Food Fridays, and more! Connect with KJ: Website - Black Food Fridays Instagram - KJ Kearney! (@blackfoodfridays) Newsletter - Who Made The Potato Salad? | KJ Kearney | Substack Autographed copies of Pain Is Not Our Only Paintbrush and my other books: Home | The Brown Sugar Café (square.site) Amaz...

S4E10 - Art, Hip Hop, and Community (with Preach Jacobs) 19.12.2024 1:05:48

In this episode Preach Jacobs stops by to discuss his art gallery, DJ-ing, Hip Hop, and more. Connect with Preach: Art Gallery - Home | Mo' Betta Soul Mo Betta Soul - Artists | SoulHAUS Gallery Autographed copies of Pain Is Not Our Only Paintbrush and my other books: Home | The Brown Sugar Café (square.site) Amazon: Amazon.com: Terrance P. Elmore: Books, Biography, Blog, Audiobooks, Kindle Connect...

S4E9 - Remember to Take Care of Yourself 12.12.2024 13:30

In this episode I share some encouraging words and a few poems to bring so joy into your holiday season. Autographed copies of Pain Is Not Our Only Paintbrush and my other books: Home | The Brown Sugar Café (square.site) Amazon: Amazon.com: Terrance P. Elmore: Books, Biography, Blog, Audiobooks, Kindle Connect with me on these other platforms: Facebook: The Brown Sugar Café | Facebook Instagram :...

S4E8 - Joy is the Revolution (with Justin Shiels) 05.12.2024 53:25

In this episode Justin Shiels stops by to JOY and the many ways he does his part to share it with the world. Join him in on December 8 @ Origin Studio House in Austin TX for his first art show! #Joy #Inspiration #Hope #Healing Connect with Justin: https://socurious.co/ Autographed copies of Pain Is Not Our Only Paintbrush and my other books: Home | The Brown Sugar Café (square.site) Amazon: Amazon...

S4E7 - Thriving Through Self-Care and Community (with Verneda Adele White) 22.11.2024 45:46

In the episode Verneda Adele White stops by to talk but anti-racism, branding America's Hot Sauce, self-care, and more. Connect with Verneda: https://www.americashotsauce.club/ Autographed copies of Pain Is Not Our Only Paintbrush and my other books: Home | The Brown Sugar Café (square.site) Amazon: Amazon.com: Terrance P. Elmore: Books, Biography, Blog, Audiobooks, Kindle Connect with me on these...

S4E6 - Where You're from Is Not Who You Are (with Lamar Jones) 14.11.2024 56:44

In the episode Lamar Jones of The Jank stops by to talk about his BBQ sauce, his love for singing, inspiring the youth, and more. Connect with Lamar: Website - The Jank Makes Meal Time Easy. Autographed copies of Pain Is Not Our Only Paintbrush and my other books: Home | The Brown Sugar Café (square.site) Amazon: Amazon.com: Terrance P. Elmore: Books, Biography, Blog, Audiobooks, Kindle Connect wi...

S4E5 - #BlackWomenKnowSports (with Jaydn James) 07.11.2024 43:22

In this episode Jaydn James of #BlackWomenKnowSports ( @BlackWomenKnowSports ) stops by to talk about journalism, podcasting, sports, and the importance of the representation of Black women in sports. Connect with Jaydn: Email - BlackWomenKnowSports@gmail.com Instagram - Black Women Know Sports (@blackwomenknowsports) Autographed copies of Pain Is Not Our Only Paintbrush and my other books: Home |...

S4E4 - A DJ Saved My Life (with Val "the Voice" Johnson) 24.10.2024 55:47

In the episode, Val "the Voice" Johnson returns to the show to talk about her podcasts, music, movies, and her new book, A DJ Saved My Life . Connect with Val: YouTube - The Interludes Podcast with Val "The Voice" Johnson Website - The Interludes Podcast | Linktree Book - A DJ Saved My Life Autographed copies of Pain Is Not Our Only Paintbrush and my other books: Home | The Brown Sugar Café (squar...

S4E3 - Finding Purpose in Your Voice (with J. Melane Wise) 18.10.2024 51:40

J. Melane Wise returns to the show to discuss his live podcast, Wise Going Live @ 5, using technology as a tool, and his debut book, WHERE. Connect with J. Melane: Website: (jmelanewise.com) YouTube: WISE (Going Live @5) - YouTube Autographed copies of Pain Is Not Our Only Paintbrush and my other books: Home | The Brown Sugar Café (square.site) Amazon: Amazon.com: Terrance P. Elmore: Books, Biogra...

S4E2 - Since We Last Spoke (with Danny Foxworth) 09.10.2024 44:32

In this episode Danny Foxworth Stops by to talk about podcasting, traveling, and more! Connect with Danny: Instagram: https:/www.instagram.com/ @dannyfoxworth843 Podcasts on Spotify: Since We Last Spoke with Danny Foxworth , At the Plate with Danny Foxworth , Growing Up Lowcountry with Liz and Danny YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dannyfoxworth843 Autographed copies of Pain Is Not Our Only Paint...